Excellencies, uh heads of state and government, excellencies, distinguished ladies and gentlemen. Let me begin by thanking President Macron for convening this summit. The space economy is evolving rapidly, and driven by lower costs, new technologies, and greater private sector engagement. Africa tends to be a full participant in this growth, not only as a user of space capabilities, but also as a contributor to science, research, and global decision-making. For a continent with a young and increasingly connected population, this sector offers enormous potential. With the right support, our talent pool can develop the relevant expertise and build businesses, and create real value for Africa. In Rwanda, this objective is reflected in our national space policy, which was designed to foster investment and innovation. We are currently using space technologies and artificial intelligence to strengthen agriculture, infrastructure, disaster management, and other critical areas. Rwanda also hosts satellite ground infrastructure that serves global operators, thereby contributing to the region's space capabilities. As the satellite constellations expand, competition for spectrum and orbital resources is also intensifying, putting developing countries at risk of losing access. Rwanda launched side other partners, supported the African Telecommunications Union's efforts to regain several orbital slots for the continent. This experience demonstrates how coordinated Africa action can protect our interests and reinforce our participation in this sector. The pace of change and development in the space must be accompanied by clear rules. International frameworks should recognize the civilian and the security applications of these technologies and enable responsible collaboration where appropriate. This requires an inclusive process that gives developing countries a meaningful voice and ensures that their priorities are fairly represented. Technology transfer is equally important. Export restrictions continue to limit access to knowledge and modern technologies. We therefore welcome partnerships that advance research and enhance local capacity. A company like eSpace illustrates what this can look like in practice. It is working with a growing number of African countries to develop and to deploy satellite-based solutions bringing commercial activity closer to the markets and the people that stand to benefit the most. Ultimately, we should avoid reproducing in a space the inequalities that exist in other domains. Who understands ready to work with France and Europe and other partners to deepen space cooperation and to deliver for all. I thank you for your kind consideration.